Parking garage collapses at Milwaukee apartment building
Summary
Vehicle Fire Milwaukee Wisconsin in Milwaukee, Wisconsin: A parking garage at the Empire Building in Milwaukee collapsed on January 7, 2026, causing a vehicle to fall into the basement. The collapse was described as similar to two small SUVs falling through the floor. Jon Lee, 43, was inside his vehicle when the collapse occurred, but he did not sustain any injuries. Marisa Nash, 28, was inside her apartment and heard the collapse, but no injuries were reported. The building was not evacuated, and officials are investigating potential dangers to residents. The Department of Neighborhood Services sent a building inspector, but did not respond to a request for comment. The building is owned by Katz Properties, and the landlord could not be reached for comment.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Jon Lee | Named in reporting | |
| Ronald Firnrohr | Named in reporting | |
| Marisa Nash | Named in reporting | |
| Katz Properties | Named in reporting |
Original reporting
Parking garage collapses at Milwaukee apartment building